School Office Manager

St Joseph's Specialist Trust; Waverley; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

St Joseph's Specialist Trust seeks a proactive Office Manager to lead a dedicated team. The role requires strong interpersonal skills, resilience, and effective time management. The successful candidate will handle administrative tasks, support staff, and ensure student welfare within the office setting. Offering competitive salary and a retention bonus, this full-time position promotes a supportive work environment with various benefits.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus statutory public holidays

Free hot lunch during term time

Free on-site parking

Confidential wellbeing and counselling support

Induction including Team Teach training

Supportive professional network

Qualifications

• Experienced Office Manager with strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and handle multiple tasks.
• Must complete Team Teach training.

Responsibilities

• Lead a dedicated office team and manage administrative functions.
• Ensure reception coverage and oversee event planning.
• Support the Executive Principal and maintain records.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Proactive approach

Resilience

Job description

Office Manager

Position: Office Manager, 40 hours per week, 42 weeks per year (term time including CPD days + 15 holiday days)

Salary: £33,280 - £36,837 per annum, with an additional £1,000 Retention Bonus

St Joseph’s is seeking an experienced and efficient Office Manager to lead a small, dedicated office team on site. The role involves working closely with staff across the school and managing the Education Administration team to perform various administrative functions, maintain accurate records and databases, and support student review meetings. You will oversee event planning for students and families, ensure reception coverage, and provide support to the Executive Principal. The ideal candidate will prioritize effectively, work under pressure, and have strong interpersonal skills for working with families and external stakeholders. A proactive, hands-on approach is essential.

This is a full-time role: 8.15am - 4.45pm, Monday to Friday, over 39 weeks of term time plus CPD days, with an additional 15 days during school closure periods. The Office Manager is responsible for ensuring reception coverage during all school closure periods and CPD days, which may require providing cover personally. Overtime or additional holiday in lieu may be discussed at interview.

Compassion, patience, and empathy are vital, as students may visit the office. Successful applicants will be required to complete Team Teach positive behaviour support training during induction. Resilience, both physical and mental, is essential.

Why work at St Joseph’s? We offer:

• 25 days holiday plus statutory public holidays
• £1,000 Retention Bonus (£250 after 1 month, £250 after 1 year, £500 after 18 months)
• Free hot lunch during term time
• Free on-site parking
• Confidential wellbeing and counselling support
• Induction including Team Teach training (annual refresh)
• Supportive professional network, including Mental Health First Aid and Occupational Health services
• Located on a scenic 23-acre site in Cranleigh, near Horsham and Guildford

Own transport is desirable due to rural location. All employees are considered key workers.

CVs may be submitted initially, but only applications on the official Trust application form will be shortlisted and interviewed.

How to apply: Visit our website for application pack, including form, job profile, and person specification. Early applications are encouraged as we may interview and fill the role before the deadline. Please note we do not offer visa sponsorship or graduate visa conversion for this role.

Safeguarding: We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. An enhanced DBS disclosure is required. Only applications via our official form will be considered for interview. Additional information is available on our recruitment pages.